Trump's Iran Pause Sends Oil Prices Tumbling
Oil prices plummeted on Sunday after President Donald Trump announced that US forces would hold off on new strikes against Iran. The move comes as a deal to end the Middle East conflict is near, according to Trump.
The price of U.S. crude oil fell by 5% to $80.79 per barrel, while Brent crude dropped by 5% to $83.87 per barrel. These prices remain about 20% higher than before the conflict began in late February.
The prolonged fighting has disrupted oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz, a critical waterway that borders Iran. As a result, oil and gas companies have amassed huge profits due to high oil, gasoline, and diesel prices.